Senior Environmental Project Manager

Environmental Cary, North Carolina


Description

Your role at GEI. 
 
We are seeking an experienced seller-doer to join our Raleigh, NC (Cary) office with specialty areas of practice within environmental site assessment and remediation. Primary responsibilities are to help lead, manage, and grow the North Carolina and South Region environmental practice while generating new client and project-related opportunities.  This is an opportunity to partner with our existing diverse, technical, and collaborative team to build upon and grow your technical practice.
 
Essential Responsibilities & Duties 
  • Manage a variety of environmental projects with varying levels of complexity and size.
  • Support the development of new and existing clients and markets while cross-selling GEI’s other core business areas (e.g., geotechnical, water resources, coastal/waterfront, ecological, and permitting services).
  • Ensure project deliverables are accurate, on time, and within budget.
  • Generate and lead proposal efforts.
  • Manage and provide technical direction to staff as necessary to complete both office and field assignments.
  • Provide direction and assistance in recruiting, mentoring, and training staff both technically and professionally. 
Minimum Qualifications 
  • BS in Geology, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or equivalent degree; MS is preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or engineering.
  • Excellent writing and oral communication skills, and ability to work well alone or in team atmospheres.
  • Seller-doer with an entrepreneurial spirit and desire to build client relationships.
  • Professional registration (e.g., PG, PE, etc) in area of expertise.
  • North Carolina RSM or ability to obtain, preferred
  • Experience in the Southeast region, preferred. 
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER training
  • Ability to travel to site visits, client meetings, and business development opportunities (to include overnight travel, as needed).
  • Valid Driver’s License. 
We are GEI. 
 
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  
 
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  
 
With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
 
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.  
 
As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
 
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes 
  • Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
  • Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
  • Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
  • GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
  • Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
  • Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
  • Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
  • A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • And More…
        WORK ENVIRONMENT  
  
  
  
Functional Demands:    
 
 
 
 
Sedentary
X 
Light
 
Medium
Other
 
 
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) 
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
 
 
X 
 
Standing
X 
 
 
 
Walking
X 
 
 
 
Climbing
 
 
 
X 
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
 
 
 
X 
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
 
 
 
X 
Carrying objects
 
 
 
X 
Push/pull
 
 
 
X 
Twisting
 
 
 
X 
Bending
X 
 
 
 
Reaching forward
X 
 
 
 
Reaching overhead
 
 
 
X 
Squat/kneel/crawl
 
 
 
X 
Wrist position deviation
X 
 
 
 
Pinching/fine motor skills
X 
 
 
 
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
 
 
X 
 
Taste or smell (taste=never)
 
 
 
X 
Talk or hear
 
X 
 
 
Accurate 20/40 
Very Accurate 20/20 
Not Applicable
Near Vision
 
X 
Far Vision
X 
 
 
 
Yes
No
Not Applicable 
Color Discrimination
X 
Sensory Requirements 
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable 
Depth perception
X 
 
Hearing
X 
 
 
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Blood borne pathogens
 
X 
Chemical
X 
 
Airborne communicable diseases
 
X 
Extreme temperatures
X 
 
Radiation
 
X 
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X 
 
Extreme noise levels
X 
 
Dust/particulate matter
X 
 
 
Other (exposure risks):  
 
 
Usual workday hours:
 
8
X 
10
 
12
Other work hours
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.